Porsche supplier factory flood leads to aluminum shortage
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 30, 2024
The automaker expects disruptions to continue for several weeks, possibly leading to a manufacturing shutdown for certain vehicle series.
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CPO Crunch: Together, Better, Further, Stronger
Procurement Leaders
JULY 29, 2024
Last month, I spoke about how important it is for companies to collaborate with one another – and, of course, with their suppliers – if they are to make meaningful progress on reducing their Scope 3 footprint. As members of Procurement Leaders’ Risk and Sustainability Strategy Cohort gathered last week to discuss this topic in more depth, a sustainable procurement executive at one chemicals company illustrated both the scale of the challenge – and the potential power of thinking collaborativel
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Drug Supply Chains Need Better Visibility
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2024
Better communication is needed about the flow of drugs, from the manufacturer, through the distribution network to the hospital and, at the end, how those medications are being prescribed.
Will FedEx Freight hit the open road?
Art of Procurement
AUGUST 1, 2024
When you read news that a company is thinking about spinning off a division, it is usually because that division. The post Will FedEx Freight hit the open road? appeared first on Art of Procurement.
From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Shopify's Modular Commerce Now
Speaker: Benjamin Woll
Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Shopify’s modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how Shopify’s composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.
US kicks off Indo-Pacific supply chain meetings
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 1, 2024
Fourteen member countries met for the first time under an agreement to boost supply chain resiliency.
Airbase: Vendor Analysis (Part 2) — Procure-to-Pay product-level strengths and opportunities, voice of the customer, competitors and market analysis, user considerations, analyst commentary and summary
Spend Matters
JULY 29, 2024
Part 2 of this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis focuses on the strengths and opportunities of Airbase’s procure-to-pay (P2P) solution. It also examines customer reviews and the elements to consider when looking at Airbase as a potential solution provider. Part 1 of the series provided a history and overview of Airbase’s P2P solution as well as the roadmap/vision for the solution.
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Car Title Loans’ Influence on Retail Supply Chains: An Overview
SCMDOJO
JULY 30, 2024
Financial stability and access to quick capital are pivotal for businesses and consumers. In the intricate web of modern commerce, every component has a role in the smooth flow of goods from manufacturers to consumers. But have you ever considered how financial products like car title loans influence retail supply chains? This blog post will explore this unexpected connection and unravel how car title loans can impact the retail sector.
Albertsons and Instacart expand e-commerce partnership
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 1, 2024
The companies are rolling out nationwide pickup and delivery in as little as 30 minutes for the grocer’s banners and offering same-day delivery for Haggen Food & Pharmacy in Washington.
Airbase: Vendor Analysis (Part 1) — Procure-to-Pay solution overview, company background, platform and services overview, modules and application overview, roadmap and vision
Spend Matters
JULY 29, 2024
This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis provides an overview of Airbase and its solution for AP automation, corporate card and expense reimbursement solutions. Since we last covered Airbase in 2021, the vendor has grown immensely, including the release of a guided procurement solution last year. Airbase is an all-in-one spend management platform that primarily targets the US mid-market with its solutions for AP automation, expense management, corporate cards and guided procurement.
Which ‘Green’ Fuel Type Will Ship Operators Adopt? Time Will Tell
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 28, 2024
There’s a slow-speed race going on to determine which “green” alternative marine fuel will prevail in the years ahead — and it’s far from clear who the winner will be.
GEP Spend Category Outlook Report 2025
Advertiser: GEP
2025 will feel familiar, in some regards. The procurement and supply chain category management landscape will remain turbulent, with geopolitical tensions, worries over fresh tariffs, rising costs, and supply chain disruptions posing significant challenges. But you should also expect some lightning-fast changes in 2025 as artificial intelligence continues to upend the way enterprises and procurement, supply chain, and category management professionals operate.
The Ultimate Guide to Bids and Tenders for Business Success
Procurement Freelancers
JULY 31, 2024
When businesses want to purchase goods or services, they often use bids and tenders to… The post The Ultimate Guide to Bids and Tenders for Business Success first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
How generative AI helps manufacturers make real-time decisions
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 30, 2024
The technology can guide workers in developing machine learning operations strategies.
3 Foundations for an Effective Multi-Enterprise Supply Chain Network
The Network Effect
JULY 31, 2024
The post 3 Foundations for an Effective Multi-Enterprise Supply Chain Network appeared first on The Network Effect.
Drug Seizures Rise at Mexico Ports Amid Fight With Cartels Over Shipping Hubs
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 30, 2024
Drug cartels typically rely on Chinese suppliers to smuggle precursor chemicals in shipments to ports they control up and down Mexico's coast.
5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.
Best Practices in Strategic Purchasing for Complex Markets
Procurement Freelancers
JULY 31, 2024
Navigating complex markets can be difficult for organizations in the fast-paced business environments of today.… The post Best Practices in Strategic Purchasing for Complex Markets first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
Parcel delivery provider Maergo shuts down
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 29, 2024
The startup struggled amid more aggressive pricing from top carriers, former employees said on LinkedIn.
Procurement 6 – August 2nd, 2024
Art of Procurement
AUGUST 2, 2024
Procurement 6 is a short podcast from Art of Procurement that publishes in the Art of Procurement feed every Friday. The post Procurement 6 – August 2nd, 2024 appeared first on Art of Procurement.
The Current State of Live Tracking Technologies
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 1, 2024
While the technology continues to push live-tracking devices forward, businesses need to evaluate the pros and cons of what’s available today,
From Reactive to Resilient: Charting Your Supply Chain Maturity
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In this webinar, supply chain industry experts share insights and best practices for enhancing supply chain efficiency, resilience and adaptability. Watch the webinar to learn strategies to develop supply chain maturity and save on costs. Delve into the stages of supply chain maturity, from foundational management to advanced optimization and innovation.
Drive Procurement Success by Building Inclusive Supplier Networks
Procurement Freelancers
JULY 27, 2024
Today’s companies face a significant challenge when searching for suppliers. They often overlook many excellent… The post Drive Procurement Success by Building Inclusive Supplier Networks first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
Factories’ AI adoption plans must be intentional to reap benefits
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 31, 2024
Early user engagement, solution champions and user groups can help sustain implementation, said Jennifer Peters, director of BI and data analytics at Nestlé Purina.
AstraZeneca – Don’t Throw Out The Umbrella
Procurement Insights
JULY 30, 2024
Here is an excerpt from a terrific LinkedIn post by David Shillingford. NOTE: My comment follows the excerpt. The trend towards ‘regionalized’ supply chains is reflected in the description here by AstraZeneca ‘s CEO Pascal Soriot of a ‘two supply chain’ strategy; one for the ‘east’ and one for the ‘west’ Almost every company is grappling with the implications of the escalating US-China trade war yet it is a different calculus when China is a
Going Beyond Green: Why the Logistics Sector Needs To Focus on How It Treats Its People
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 1, 2024
The logistics sector is pursuing ESG projects, including reduced emissions and more sustainable packaging. But it doesn’t yet have a great reputation for the way it treats its employees.
The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever
Conjoint Analysis in the Supplier Evaluation
The Good Spending
JULY 30, 2024
In Lean methodology, value is a core concept that revolves around providing what the customer truly needs and is willing to pay for. That leads us to another exciting notion - Willingness to Pay. Willingness to Pay Willingness to pay (WTP) refers to the maximum amount a customer is willing to spend on a product or service. It represents the perceived value of the offering from the customer's perspective.
FedEx, UPS roll out ‘exceptional discounts’ to SMB customers
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 31, 2024
The rivals' pricing battle has kept delivery rates lower and benefited shippers, according to the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.
Automotive Masterclass: Discussing the Intricacies of Automotive Procurement
Arkestro
AUGUST 2, 2024
Webinars / Automotive Masterclass: Discussing the Intricacies of Automotive Procurement Automotive Masterclass: Discussing the Intricacies of Automotive Procurement Insights from automotive industry experts. Summary: In this Masterclass, automotive expert, Drew Sheffield and Arkestro’s Mike Betts discuss the intricacies of automotive procurement.
How Integrated Tactical Planning Enables Enhanced Decision-Making and Improved Outcomes
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2024
Formalizing weekly and daily execution processes helps to align short-term corporate activities with the goals articulated by corporate strategists.
GEP Outlook Report 2025
Advertiser: GEP
For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic
Case Studies: A Visual Assessment
Procurement Insights
AUGUST 2, 2024
What is your view of Most Procure-Tech Case Studies as a decision-making tool?
Industries with in-person work more frequently tout PTO in job ads, Indeed finds
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 31, 2024
While paid time off mentions in job ads have risen in recent years, workers still aren't taking enough time off.
Ivalua NOW Dispatch #4: Strategic Roadmap (Platform & AI)
CPO Rising
AUGUST 2, 2024
The Ardent Partners analyst team recently attended the 2024 Ivalua NOW: Procurement Re-Imaged conference in Miami. This event came on the heels of the company’s slightly larger EMEA conference held… The post Ivalua NOW Dispatch #4: Strategic Roadmap (Platform & AI) appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.
Connected Workers: Key to Closing the Manufacturing Skills Gap
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 29, 2024
The manufacturing industry is at a critical juncture, as it struggles to cope with a crippling labor shortage and skills gap.
10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.
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